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Canadiana Backpackers

42 Widmer Street, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2E9, Canada
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3.5 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
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What travellers say about this Speciality lodging
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kia1111
Waterloo, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Stayed here for 4 nights. Pretty safe. The room and toilet was clean I stayed in a 8 person (women) dorm, sheets and towels are on loan ($5 deposit). There's a locker avaliable. So bring your own lock. There's pancake for breakfast, first come first served. There's water boiler in the kitchen area to boil water. There are books in... More

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Debbieawesome
Wellington, New Zealand
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3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

Most hostels either have that really sterile feeling or the really 'cosy' feeling - by cosy I mean small, dark and dirty. Canadiana has neither - its exactly what you expect when you hear hostel. Large dorm rooms, no wiggling between beds here. Lots of storage space (good when you have a lot of luggage), and a big shared space... More

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Caitlyn O
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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7 reviews
4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

We stayed 2 nights. As other reviews have said, it's in a pretty unbeatable location. I found that it was pretty run-down compared with most places we stayed, especially the bathrooms and kitchen. The kitchen wasn't particularly well-equipped either. My bed was very old and saggy and a bit uncomfortable. The other common areas were great though, and it is... More

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southamericandude
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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45 reviews
10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Just great location, needs more bathrooms but clean More

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Fin H
London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

I stayed here in September 2011 for 4 nights. I was in a six bed dorm which was basic but clean. Bed was comfy. Lockers were not big enough for backpacks so all our stuff was on the floor, they are fine for handbags/valuables though. Bathrooms are individual with shower & toilet in the same room which I liked. There... More

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Al C
Nottingham
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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This is a very friendly, clean and conveniently placed hostel. And as many pancakes as you can eat every morning. Well recommended. More

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jazlene m
Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011
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you must understand that a hostel is only as good as its staff. cleanliness and safety are always appreciated by female guests. you may question what i tell you, but it is the truth nevertheless. while there i was touched inappropriately by one of the (long term residents) 'older men'. I was verbally sexually harrassed by another (long term resident)... More

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This hostel is absolutely fantastic. It's a big place, but feels small and homely. I stayed in a 6 bed dorm, which was very spacious. Has "house style" bathrooms, which means you get some privacy. The hostel was cleaned several times daily. Lots of guests here have holidy visas so stay for a fairly long time. Big kitchen with plenty... More

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beznee
Salisbury, Wiltshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

Only had a one night stay here as we were in Toronto for a short time but you could tell it was a great little social hostel. Very busy, lots of social areas. Our room was comfy and clean, shower was very good. Quirky decor with lots of cool things on the walls! Social events being arranged daily. More

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Jessica E
Manchester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011

We really enjoyed our stay at the Canadiana. We are two friends travelling around and booked a private double room which was a big bunk bed and we thought it was great value for money. The rooms and bathrooms are very clean and comfortable, and the free wifi was great. The staff were very helpful and the location is good. More

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